Quote by Jeremy Rifkin

The position I took at the time was that we hadn't really examined any of the potential environmental consequences of introducing genetically modified organisms.

The position I took at the time was that we hadn't really ex

Summary

The quote highlights the speaker's past standpoint on the introduction of genetically modified organisms (GMOs). They assert that, during that time, a thorough assessment of the potential environmental impacts of GMOs had not taken place. This suggests their belief that the decision to introduce such organisms lacked proper scrutiny and consideration of the potential consequences on the environment. The quote implies a concern for the unknown effects of GMOs on the environment and emphasizes the importance of conducting comprehensive evaluations before implementing such advancements.

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By Jeremy Rifkin

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